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quaranmeme2018-05-20 02:35 pm
riverview: may test drive meme
riverview test drive memeWelcome to Riverview's test drive meme! Feel free to dip your toes in on the test drive meme to try out your character in the setting, play out a mission, and get samples for your application at the same time!
● There are currently 34 Character Slots available.
● Reserves are currently CLOSED. Applications are currently OPEN and will close on June 7th at 10:00 pm EST.
● Providing all parties are amenable, threads on the test drive meme can count as game canon, as the plot in the prompts presented is game canon.
● TDM threads do not count for Activity Check, but they do count for Activity Bonus Points, so long as all characters involved are accepted into the game.
● Threading on the TDM is intended for prospective new characters, so top-levels should only be posted by players of these characters. Since the events in the TDM are considered game canon, characters currently in the game are free to use the TDM prompts for logs and posts on the regular communities.
Feel free to use the prompts below or create your own scenario. The setting is built to be flexible, so feel free to make things up as you go.
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Something strange has been happening in the city over the past few weeks, and it's starting to get kind of serious - people are disappearing. It started with a little girl whose parents are still convinced and terrified that she wandered off into the jungle to the north of the city, and things have only gone on from there. So far, a total of 10 children ranging in ages from five to their teens have gone missing, most last seen near one of the exits at the city walls or near where the river flows through the fences of the Inhabited City.
Today, it's reached the point where it's becoming a bit of an emergency. With so many sightings near the exits to the city, the government and Perimeter Guard have set up a joint search project, and are requesting volunteers to help scour the jungles in search of the missing kids. Any volunteers or members of the Perimeter Guard are offered a handout with images of the kids and will be forming a grid to search the entirety of the jungle. Which won't be easy, because it's not just a jungle out there - it's dangerous!
Normally, living inside the Inhabited City is a pretty safe bet. You can go day to day without running into a monster or risking any kind of danger requiring a fight. Generally, the tall, laser-fenced walls keep out anything particularly dangerous.
The problem with walls? They only go so high.
While usually assault from airborne monsters isn't a problem that's on the map, as residents who've been around for a while might remember from last year, there's a few weeks during late spring where a swarm of flying monsters not unlike feathery pterodactyls are migrating back to another part of the moon. They're only in the area for a couple of weeks, but during that time, residents can expect occasional attacks by swooping monsters if they should see easy prey. Usually, a good sturdy dark-colored umbrella is enough to keep them from seeing a potential victim or meal, but sometimes the attacks still happen. So the Perimeter Guard sends extra details, calling in all the reserves, to patrol the city and keep an eye out for citizens in distress. There's also a general call for anyone who's experienced at fighting to help protect their fellow citizens. Whether your character is being attacked or protecting someone else, be prepared - these monsters are quick and have very sharp teeth.
It's been all over the news lately, the restoration of the old abandoned Amusement Park that was successfully cleared out and repowered, and is gearing up for a grand opening. However, thanks to a team led by Aecinos Ixocia and the technical expertise of Aoba Seragaki, there's another entertainment feature that was powered up and cleaned up at the same time, and is ready to open over the weekend - the Hot Springs!
Flyers and other advertising has been put up all around the city to alert city residents to the fact that the springs are opening, and expounding the various amenities and activities that the springs have to offer. Among the touted features are mineral hot spring pools of various temperatures ranging from cool to near-boiling, said to have healing qualities that moisturize and soothe the skin, as well as whisking away stress. There are a lot of testimonials to the fact that the springs have had an impact on chronic pain, headaches, and even temporary, acute illnesses.
If soaking in a hot tub isn't your thing, there are also lap pools, a wave pool, and even a few waterslides that are cleaned up and running smoothly - there's an easy and medium one for the less adventurous, but the other two slides are pretty harrowing! There's also a lazy river with inner tubes intended for couples or groups of friends to laze on and enjoy the warm spring weather. For those with something a little more frisky in mind, there are special tubes intended for romantic pairs or groups that go through a Tunnel of Love that lasts for 10 minutes and affords a pretty decent amount of rose-tinted privacy for lovers to enjoy.
Ever heard of Tough Mudder, the Spartan Race, or Ninja Warrior? Well, something similar is brewing in Riverview. With the weather warming up, several companies in the city have contributed to the construction of a difficult obstacle course with three different levels of difficulty to make it challenging for people of all fitness levels. Featuring just about any obstacle you can think of, it tests participants' running, jumping, climbing, and other athletic prowess. It also tests participants' teamwork skills, since several of the obstacles can't be overcome without a little help from a friend or stranger.
But what about people with super powers? Isn't that an unfair advantage? Yep! It sure is! Any participants in the Mud Run are required to use a power dampener of some sort if they're super powered, so everyone is on the same level. Have fun with that!
Whether your character is posting up a silly word game, trying to get hold of a friend, or putting out feelers for people to go out into the fray with, the network is going strong.
Alternately, an offer for a free app is popping up on new arrivals' devices - Friendr is a friend-finder and/or dating app. If characters choose to install it, they will fill out a short bio and parameters for what they're looking for, upload a snap of themselves, and then proceed to browse for matches. This is a typical swipe-left-or-right type app.
Friendr base code is by photosynthesis.
The code in the textbox is for the default color scheme, but the Friendr app has a wide variety of themes, so feel free to customize with colors and patterns as you see fit, but do not remove the credit line out of respect for the creator of the code.
Use the wildcard prompt to choose your own adventure and do whatever else you like in the setting!
also mud run
So far, he hasn't done anything, standing there and naturally falling into a pose. His hand cups his chin as he surveys the entire obstacle course. ]
What is this? Ah, an analogy of life, it seems. An obstacle course for those who are not fainthearted-- strong willed with a good spirit. The trials of life can be seen in such an extravagant display-- running from responsibilities, jumping through careers, climbing the walls of romance & sex..
[ He takes in a good breath. ]
It is only Fate that I accept this challenge!
[ He lunges forward, as if he is about to run, but.. doesn't actually do anything. Actually, people are jogging right past him to get out into the actual obstacle course as he stands there in mid-run, a trickle of sweat tripping from his face as he steadies himself. He draws back into a standing position. ]
Because of my generosity, I will allow others a head start.
[ he's literally talking to nobody right now, but he catches sight of the loud guy over there rolling around in the mud. He squints, but then he realizes who it is, and he takes in a deep breath of surprise. ]
Oh my God, Jyushimatsu!!
[ He's calling out to you, buddy! ]
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Safe, for now. After taking a long look at what the second eldest is wearing, Jyushimatsu bounces on his feet and proceeds to approach Karamatsu with his arms outspread and an expression that doesn't promise anything good although his voice is super happy when he speaks up. ]
Hello Karamatsu-niisan! This is fun and you should come over here!
[ Or maybe you should start running, Karamatsu-niisan. ]
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Oi, Jyushimatsu! Ah! You should reconsider, these are my new.. perfect clothing! No, no, no non, non, no..! There are people watching us right now!
[ TACKLE HIM, JYUSH. And no, nobody is paying attention to them at all. ]
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NIIIIIIIIII-SAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN!
[ With his voice exploding into poor Karamatsu's ears, the fifth born tackles him and sends the both falling to the ground, mud sprinkling everywhere. Including Karamatsu's clothes. ]
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Karamatsu claims to be stronger than the rest of them, but he cannot hold a candle to Jyushimatsu's strength. Not to mention, his shoes aren't the best for him to keep his balance with.. especially when your younger and more energetic twin comes barrelling towards you in full force.
He lands backwards on his ass with a shriek, but since the damage is done, he cannot be too angry with Jyushimatsu; not when it's been so long since he's seen him.
So, he croaks out: ]
A-Ah, I missed you too! I missed you.. the most out of all of us!
[ that's a lie, Ichimatsu probably missed him more but he always wants to appear as the 'nicest.' ]
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[ Miss him? Jyushimatsu never mentioned missing Karamatsu, on accounts that he'd seen the second eldest just a couple days ago in the relative safety of their world. But even if Karamatsu is exaggerating quite a bit, the fifth born trills with a cheerful laugh as he sits on Karamatsu's stomach and softly smacks both his sleeves on each side of his brother's face, successfully smearing it with mud. ]
So silly, nii-san! You speak as if you spent a lot of years here!
[ He pauses shortly, doubting his own words. ]
Did you?
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A..a.. I see. I do not know how to explain this to you, but if you're willing to listen, I could give you a treat.
[ Damn it, he's got no lollipops with him to give on hand, but he'll make up for it. His voice is soothing and sweet, trying his best to make Jyushimatsu settle down. ]
Mmm? Doesn't that sound tempting? To sit and listen to Karamatsu-niisan while enjoying some ice cream?
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[ He'd wrestle his hands off Karamatsu's hold and continue the mud slaughter of his face, but the offer for treats successfully catches Jyushimatsu's attention and he doesn't even struggle, eyes shining already in anticipation. His stomach seems to agree with the sentiment. ]
Waaaah, ice cream? Okay okay okay! Gimme gimme! I'm hungry!
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[ He says all of this while still pinned to the ground. Anytime he tries to move, he realizes he really can't. Flatly, with less vigor: ]
Ah, Jyushimatsu. You should probably move.
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As soon as Karamatsu points out that he should move, Jyushimatsu is already on his feet, one split second passing between the request and his current position. If Karamatsu didn't mention food, he probably wouldn't have listened. ]
Hai! Now hurry up and get me food!
[ What a demanding baby ]
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On his feet he follows, though he wrinkles his nose in disgust as he feels the mud on his face and his clothes finally. Ugh. The happiness of seeing Jyushimatsu has worn off enough for reality to sink in, and yeah, he hopes nobody notices how messy he looks. ]
However, I'm afraid we may have to take a detour and rinse up. Nothing would be worse than getting mud in our ice cream, am I right?
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What kind of detour, even? He'd like to hurry things up, grab Karamatsu and get there his own way, but he doesn't even know the direction for anything in Riverview. He stumbled on this obstacle course totally by chance. ]
Ehhhh? Where are we going then?
[ Tilts his head like a confused puppy. ]
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[ He gives Jyushimatsu a look, non-threatening but at least annoyed. His expression softens slightly almost instantly, however. He really can't stay mad about this, not with finally having his little brother back. ]
Though, I have this funny feeling you would be against that. Are you against that, Jyushimatsu? If so, a pit stop at the public restroom is all we'll need.
[ He starts heading that direction anyway before Jyushimatsu can even respond. ]
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But, ice cream is on top of his prorities right now! So he obediently tails behind his older brother, setting complicated thoughts aside for until they can sit down and eat the dang food at last. ]
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Jyushimatsu.
[ Oh, he's opening an arm wide to him. You're supposed to go there right by his side. How nice. ]
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[ Like the puppy he is, Jyushimatsu is easily beckoned by the call and trots towards Karamatsu. His mouth is covered by a sleeve, but there's still a smile shown behind it. He may think Karamatsu is acting a little odd, but the calling of his name makes him feel instantly better. Maybe it's just his imagination. How long has Karamatsu been in this place after all?
So he walks side by side with his brother now. ]
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They'll walk like this off of the obstacle field, his heels clicking against the sidewalk once they reach it. ]
My brother, how long do you think Karamatsu-niisan has been here?
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I dunno, Karamatsu-niisan doesn't look older or anything? A couple years maybe?
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Would you believe that I have not seen you since? Ah! It is catastrophic to me to not seen the figure of my dear younger brother who has such a sweet face in so long. My heart, it aches so much when I think about I have not seen you or the rest of my family that is not here!
[ DRAMATIC. ]
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Unnecessary dramatics aside, Jyushimatsu gives the second eldest a blank stare, which looks weird with the smile still on him. The impact of their meeting here is not as hard on him as it was for Karamatsu, so he can't empathize much. ]
What were you doing on a spaceship?
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The space journey I went through was not kind to me.. and neither was it to Ichimatsu. Osomatsu-niisan showed up later, but here, he does not have those memories.
He is very fortunate to not remember such a place.
[ He exhales slowly. He doesn't like talking about the Eluvio, but it's important Jyushimatsu at least knows they were somewhere else first. ]
Now then, you never showed up. When we arrived on the ship, we were 23. Not long after we arrived here, we turned 24. And now, because of the date, I supposed we are 25 now.
[ They missed their birthday being in a coma while Osomatsu was conscious, oops. ]
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And besides, Ichimatsu was also there? It twists the story in a more unpleasant fashion. His immediate older brother went through so much, as well... Jyushimatsu feels a pang of guilt over the fact he wasn't there to support Ichimatsu, even though he couldn't possibly control whatever sent his three brothers on that spaceship.
His smile diminishes into a frown and he looks at the ground he's walking on, pensive. ]
It was that long ago...? And I saw you guys seconds before I got here... how strange.
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[ ofc he asks about her...... he's such a mama's boy.. ]
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[ There's a thought nagging him however, and he covers his mouth entirely with a sleeve, uncharacteristically serious. ]
Nii-san... Do you remember what happened at home before you appeared on the spaceship?
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